Spoiled by the President novel Chapter 263

Unfortunately, things did not always work out the way one wanted.

Some relationships became estranged over time.

After exchanging greetings with Old Madam Jones, Nell said nothing further and began to leave.

At the same time, the middle-aged man seated opposite them spoke.

“Are you Ms. Nell Jennings?”

Nell was surprised and turned around.

There was a warm and tranquil smile on the man’s face. It was the type of smile a person of power directed graciously towards his subjects.

She nodded. “Yes.”

“I’ve seen your performance and your acting is outstanding. I heard that you sang the show’s theme song as well? I particularly adore that song. Would you sing for me tonight, please?”

Nell felt skeptical.

‘Cannon Fodder Guide' was a web-series produced on a small budget. In order to reduce spending, Tim Coombs did not hire a professional singer.

Once, he found out by chance that Nell could sing, so he let her handle the show’s opening theme.

She did not expect the middle-aged man to listen to it.

Nell was a bit shy and twirled her hair beside her ear.

“Um… I don’t think it’s a good idea, you’re having a gathering here…”

“It’s alright, it’s just that this song sounds similar to a musical piece composed by my old friend. When I heard it, it moved me. Now that you’re here, I wish to listen to it once more in person. Honestly, I’m the one who behaved too abruptly.”

He said gently with a grin.

In fact, as a total stranger, his request was certainly too abrupt.

Nevertheless, this man carried a courteous and hospitable aura with him. Moreover, his tone was sincere, which made her believe that he simply wanted to listen to the song instead of using her as a form of entertainment.

Nell was not a calculative person. She could see that this man was no ordinary Joe.

Besides, he seemed genuine and down-to-earth. The song must have some special meaning to him.

At any rate, she did not want to continue socializing with the rest of the attendees. It was not like she could not sing a song.

As she pondered, she stole a glance at Old Madam Jones.

Old Madam Jones gestured at her with a nod.

Nell pursed her lips. At last, she answered, “Ok.”

The private room was furnished with modern sound systems. It might not be as sophisticated as the ones used in recording studios, but the equipment found at Xianshui Pavilion was no doubt superb in terms of quality.

Nell let someone pick the song for her. Then, she picked up the microphone and began to sing.

Actually, whenever she sang this song, she would immerse herself in it, and this time was no different.

When the first note arrived, Nell threw herself wholeheartedly into the world of music.

It was said that the song was written by a well-known composer. He wrote about a woman he once loved who died unexpectedly in an accident. He missed her very much and wished that both of them would reunite in the afterlife.

Although the song depicted love and loss, the entire composition was not overwhelmed with sorrow. Still, it was tinged with a hint of mourning. It could be said the song was a good example of what it felt like to be sad, yet, one did not let the sadness consume him.

Nell projected her emotions into the song. Meanwhile, the middle-aged man was stunned when she first opened her mouth to sing.

His expression shifted from warmth and friendliness to one of disbelief and great amazement.

Listening to the song live was ultimately different from listening to it on television.

He was still in awe of her performance on television, but he would soon return to his senses and knew that Nell was not standing in front of him.